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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Packets - 1998/02/02 Items Discussed Per Consensus 1. Discussion of Western Banks Water Bill. 2. Discussion of Parks, Recreation&Forestry Annual Report. A. Review of Rice Creek North Regional Trail Master Plan B. Review and discuss opportunity to prepare and submit LCMR grant applications for projects connected to the Community Center. C. Review marketing brochure information for rental facilities at the Community Center. D. Convey Parks and Recreation Commission's recommendation regarding monetary participation in the athletic facility planning and design proposal as requested by the City of Arden Hills. 3. Discussion of Public Works Quarterly Report. A. Public Works Sewer Division Staffing 4. Discussion of Community Development's Quarterly Report. A. Multi Jurisdictional Remodeling Planbook Proposal B. Comprehensive Plan Update Community Forums C. Mermaid Banquet Center/Hotel Project Update 7:30 PM- 5. Discussion of Street Maintenance, Financing and Assessments Discussion Continued. 6. Update of Airport Legislation MEMO January 30, 1998 To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Chuck Whiting, City Administrator Re: February 2, 1998 City Council Work Session Staff will be presenting most of the items on the agenda for Monday's meeting. Mary, Mike and Rick will use their appearance to also give their quarterly report to the Council. Since some of their items fit into the quarterly report type information,this seemed like a good time to do that. I do not have much, but will participate in the street maintenance and assessment discussion. Bruce and Mike are working on following up from last Tuesday's meeting and should be ready by Monday to work with the Council and residents on the issues as we left them on Tuesday. The first item,the Western Bank water bill, is an appeal to the Council to forgive a portion of a past water bill the bank feels is too high. Mike and Bruce will address this, but nothing we can find suggests the water wasn't used. The bank has been turned down by staff each step of the way in the absence of anything that suggests an error occurred. While there is no real process for this,the final say is the Council, even though we as staff speculate that possibly the Council may not be able to forgive a bill. Regardless, Western Bank is one of our most prominent businesses and bank director Cindy Carlson is the community's best business leader. While staff cannot recommend forgiving any part of the bill, Council members may want to consider the tact that is sometimes needed in these situations. Council will recall forgiving part of a bill last year for a resident in a different situation. This situation seems to be a simple disagreement over how much water was used. Staff will brief Council at the meeting on particulars. Also, I will report on anything new regarding the airport legislation submitted this week by our legislators. A report from Bob Long is on your voice mail for your review on the status as of Thursday. Mayor McCarty has talked to me about meeting with the other cities' officials involved in this issue and he may want to discuss this with the Council Monday evening. Have a good weekend and see you Monday. rI-cUM bILGId/t3/ti F WESTERPI BANK way m,4r%N....mm4.0. t Member FDIC Equal Housing,Lander flat February 2, 1998 Mr. Chuck Whiting • City of Mounds View 2401 Highway 10 Mounds View, MN 55112-1499 I RE: Water/Sewer Bills 3 d Dear Chuck: Thank you forour concern regarding Y eg rdtng our water/sewer bills that seem to be some how incorrect. Enclosed is a copyof the10th letterthat I sentto Kitty on November 10 regarding the July- 1 Sept 1997 bill. Subsequent to that letter, I spoke with Bruce Kessel, who commended the effort but recommended we just pay the bill. As the bill for October-December 1997 p indicates, we did pay The bill in full (actually paid $50.29 more than the bill--1'm not sure how that happened). 4 • As the current bill also indicates, the amount now due is $443.84 (would have been $494.13 if the other bill wasn't overpaid). Once again,this is a huge increase over our bills for the same time period from earlier years ($246.82 in 1996, $360.53 in 1995, $315.91 in 1994). • Given the fact that we only have 7 people working here, and have minimal customer use of our bathrooms, and had absolutely no outdoor sprinklering during that period, we E cannot believe that this bill is accurate. We would like your help in further investigating this matter, and in the meantime would I like the City to credit our account for a reduction to this bill and the July-September bill that in our minds was $500.00 or more too high. ii • Cindy Carlson and I are willing to discuss this matter with the City Council if you feel • that is the most appropriate way to proceed. Thank you. 6-4-641gYli 444,(....— Jeanne M. Kassim Assistant Vice President i 563 University Avenue 1740 Rice Street 7035 10th Str,.r PJn,rn 1711 AIC LLAL......,.n _ rKUM 6122907878 P. 3 a = _ • November 10. 1997 1 City of Mounds View Attn: Kitty 2401 Highway 10 Mounds View, MN 55112-1499 Re: 7/1/97-9/30/97 Water/Sewer Bill Account#88-0001 99-0 1 3 Dear Kitty: 1 Thank you for your assistance Last week regarding inspected our meter on November 5, 1997. He Dort"mystery" �e���water bill. Bill however,advised us to monitor the meter periodically throughout the day. meter normal, appears to be moving in a normal capacity. The Our position on this matter is that the bill must be incorrect. We are unaware why this so high. The following is a summary of the bills that we had for the same three month time period since opening the office in 1992: 1992--$255.00 1995----$246.21 3 1993----5495.00 1996----$549.63 1994---$379.00 1997--$1002-94 The one thing that significantly impacts our water bill duringthis sprinkler. This year,because of the period is our outdoor quantity of rain we received, we did only limited sprinkling and for many weeks had the system shut off altogether. Enclosed is a check for$500.00. We believe that we used the sprinkler less for this•time period than we did in 1996. a Thank you for your help and cooperation in this matter. I look forward to hearing back from you . You can reach me at 290-7870. Sincerely, Jeanne M Kassim Retail Branch Manager Ztern jt 2 City of Mounds View Parks, Recreation & Forestry Year-end Report 1997 Overview RECREATION: The down-sizing of office staff from three persons to two persons in the office of the Recreation Division of the Parks, Recreation&Forestry Department meant that office staff needed to discover how to streamline operations of the office, prioritize activities and sometimes change how things were being done. This was the challenge and one of the highlights of 1997. Staff worked for increased effectiveness and efficiency with modifications to planning, implementation, operations and administration of recreation programs. Staff worked diligently to ensure that the community felt little or no decrease of leisure recreation services. Some of the highlights reflect changes that were made in the implementation of leisure recreational services. PARKS: Park maintenance dealt with an increased rash of grafitti attacks to park buildings and facilities. Ramsey County had an increased amount of grafitti as well and established a Grafitti Task Force Unit. Park maintenance staff assisted the force by reporting and taking pictures of grafitti in attempts to identify patterns and persons responsible. Grafitti is a problem in parks because it is unattractive, requires a great amount of labor to eradicate and gives an impression that the parks are unsafe. For this reason it is the standard practice of the parks crew to remove grafitti as soon as it is detected. While most grafitti is removeable with varying degrees of work, grafitti on the old playground equipment (made before grafitti resistant plastics were developed) is almost impossible to remove. The parks had an increase in usage in 1997 with over 65 picnic shelter reservations for activities ranging from family reunions, class reunions, birthday parties, church picnics, company picnics to fundraising carnivals and tournaments. Athletic field usage was at peak demand as usual during weeknights. However, weekend days and evenings are many times unused largely because competitive teams are at weekend tournaments or players and their families are at cabins or on vacations. FORESTRY: Forestry programs continue to assist residents in the management of diseased trees and replacement of trees which have been removed due to diseases and natural disasters. Because of Mounds View's treasure of beautiful, mature trees, the Forestry program continues to be a service which is used by many residents of Mounds View. The Forestry Program continues to be a contracted service with the City of New Brighton for one day a week service even though the City Forester receives calls on a daily basis. CABLE TV: Cable TV continues to be a service which is increasingly gaining subscribers especially to the free City Government Access programs. The Cable TV Committee continues to put many hours of their time into the production of information programs in an effort to provide another vehicle for delivering communication and information to residents of the community. 1997 HIGHLIGHTS * Staff prepared and submitted incorporation applications for both the Festival and Mounds View Community Theater providing these groups with new incorporation and independence. While the City of Mounds View will continue to assist these groups with facilities and equipment, the activities of these groups will be supervised by the Boards of Directors and implemented by various volunteer committees. * Staff prepared and submitted a Children's Initiative Grant application which was awarded to the City in the amount of$356,250 which will be used in the construction of youth recreation areas of the Community.Center. * The Community Center Task Force met approximately three times to review Community Center plans and provide community input. * Summer Intern completed an extensive in-house recreation program survey and evaluation process gaining insight into resident's recreation needs and wants, reasons why residents do not use city services, and overall evaluation and suggestions from residents for improvements to recreation services. This information assists staff in future programming. * The old playground equipment at Groveland Park was removed and new playground equipment was installed. Various equipment that was still in good shape will be incorporated into the new playground color scheme. New landscaping will be solicited as a 1998 Eagle Scout project. * Community Gardens were established at Woodcrest Park with over 20 people participating in this new program. Year-end evaluations provide ideas for next year improvements. Participants were excited about the coming years opportunities. * The Department participated in a school district-wide athletic facility analysis. This project was a partnership with other cities, school district and athletic associations. The results of the analysis with recommendation for future plans was presented to Mayors and Managers. * The Cable TV Commission granted the City of Mounds View funding for new equipment to upgrade the Cable TV system. New equipment has been purchased and installation of new equipment continues. * An alarm security system was installed at Silver View Park picnic shelter to ward off vandalism including grafitti. * Goals set for 1997 have been accomplished (see goal descriptions, next page). 1997 PARK IMPROVEMENTS The following is a list of park activities that should be noted as happening in 1997: 1. Security System was installed at Silver View Park picnic shelter. This system detects movements at the shelter after curfew hours triggering a auditory horn and automatically informing police if the building is being hit. It is expected that less vandalism will result eliminating the high cost of building repairs from damages by vandals. 2. New playground equipment was purchased and installed at Groveland Park. Old equipment was evaluated and components that were yet in good condition were kept and integrated into the new equipment structure. Longevity of the new equipment is expected to be 10 years. Landscaping of the play area will be completed in Spring, 1998. 3. Lakeside Park Picnic Shelter was re-shingled and repairs were made to the roof. The picnic shelter is in good shape and has much use. This was a joint venture with Spring Lake Park Parks crew. 4. Mats were installed under homeplate areas at Silver View Park. This was done to alleviate the constant digging of softball/baseball players which creates a hole at homeplate. This is both a safety hazard as well as a hindering maintenance. 5. Ardan Park Compost Facility was improved, which serves to enhance the aesthetics of the park. Ramsey County was granted approval by the City of Mounds View at the cities request to improve the site so that it was more aesthetically pleasing. Improvements included new fencing, lighting, entry and exit improvements, and increased signage. Landscaping is yet to be completed in the Spring of 1998. 6. Woodcrest Park building was repaired. The water table in this park is so high that the moisture that surrounds the building during wet times is rotting the joists and siding and even the indoor paneling. New siding and boards replaced those that were the worst. New floor boards and inside wall boards were also replaced. The old furnace was repaired. At some point this building will have seen its last year and plans should be discussed as to what to do when the building needs to be taken down. 7. Woodcrest Park Community Gardens were established including the installation of a water line leading from the water hydrant to a spicket near the gardens. A garden shed was purchased for equipment storage. Twenty garden plots were measured, plotted, roto- tilled and cultivated. Participant evaluations were positive except for the problem of weed control. It has been suggested that weed control be sprayed early Spring to help alleviate the weeds. 8. New athletic field grooming vehicle was purchased. This groomer is used every day, all day early Spring to late Fall grooming and preparing athletic fields. RECREATION PROGRAMS OFFERED IN 1997 Skating Rink Operations at three parks Pre-School Age Programs: Willy Tilly's - preschool program for 2 - 3 year olds Fox& Geesers- preschool program for 4-5 year olds Kid Kaboodle - preschool program for 3 - 5 year olds Tip Toe Tots- movement program for 3-5 year olds Barney, Boats, Balloons and Bubbles- 2-3 year olds summer program Nature Craft Children- 3-5 year olds summer program Fabulous Fours -Large motor play program for 4 year olds Grasshoppers -Fun big-ball sports for 4-5 year olds Start Smart-Large muscle and coordination games Afterschool Programs: Sports of All Sorts - afterschool program for elementary youth Bowling - afterschool program for elementary youth Make It and Wear It - afterschool craft class for elementary youth Painting Class - Craft Class Spring Training- Spring and Summer sporting activities Boot Scootin Boogie-Line Dancing Afterschool Trips to Parks and Nature Centers in the area Afterschool Track Programs -joint partnership with elementary schools Tap, Ballet and Jazz Dance Flag Football Cheerleading Holiday Crafts Create A Treat Boredom Busters -trips and activities for youth during school vacation days: Playworks and Swimming Camp Snoopy/Discovery Zone Metrodome Tour and Swimming Ski the Alps Children's Museum and Sports Spree Shrine Circus Lava Links/Bowling Snowtubing Rollerskating Adaptive Recreation Programs - Clubs and Bowling - a partnership with school district and neighboring communities Youth Sports Programs: Girl's Hockey Skills Program Beginners Hockey Program Beginning Basketball Challenge Youth Floor Hockey Pre-Season Youth Basketball Warm-up Youth Karate Instruction Middle School Age Activities: Afterschool Bowling Halloween Haunted House Express Adult Sports Programs: Adult Indoor and Outdoor Sand Volleyball Leagues Adult 3 -Man Basketball Leagues Recreational Broomball Leagues Adult Softball Leagues Senior's Programs: 55 Alive Mature Driving Courses Senior Line Dancing Class Wellness Classes: Adult Line Dancing Class Low Impact Aerobics Family Activities: Adult, Family and Youth Trips Family Turkey Shoot Swimming Programs: Waders/Waterbabies Levels I - VI Lessons Jr. Lifesaving Open Swims Pool Rentals Youth Athletic Leagues: Soccer Little Sluggers T-Ball 8-Ball Superball Instructional Softball Jr. and Sr. Softball Athletic Camps and Clinics Basketball Camps Volleyball Clinics Color Guard Camp Football Camp Tennis Camp Summer Playground Programs: Butterflies Are Free - 4-5 year olds 1-2-3 You and Me- 1-3rd graders Summer Fling- 1-5 graders Summer Trips:Rollerskating, Sports Spree, St. Croix River Cruise, Discovery Zone, Como Zoo Babysitting Clinic for youth 11 years and older Teen Beach Party at Lakeside Park Lakeside Park Beach Operations: Swimming Beach Water craft rentals Concessions Special Events: Beach Parties, Water Days, Day Camps, etc. Picnic reservations City of Mounds View ForestrySummary 1997 0 verview A deep freeze in early April resulted in severe damage on many of the City's trees. Temperatures during this period descended as low as 10°F with wind chills well below zero. The response of many tree species was bud loss, twig die-back and lost of seed crop. Recovery was quite slow for most of the affected varieties; the effects lingered on into the growing season. Some of these trees were so stressed that, as in the case of oaks, a secondary and more serious problem would surface. Here,an insect called two-lined chestnut borer and a root fungus (Armillarea)most likely accounted for as many deaths as oak wilt. Full recovery from a severe freeze event can sometimes take more than one year. The growing season itself, once in a pattern,proceeded without incident.No major storms, rainfalls or prolonged periods of dryness occurred. The usual smattering of anthracnose fungus again caused green ash trees and bur oaks to drop leaves and leaflets. These concerns,as well as,other disease and insects problems,resulted in about 250 calls from residents during the year. There was also public interest in tree preservation and tree planting. Oak wilt disease losses doubled in Mounds View in 1997. Three (3) new infection centers were identified and contained with the use of a vibratory plow. State DNR grant money made this possible as well as a half payment on all public and private diseased oak removals. orestry Highlights 1997 Students from Pinewood School (5 classes) participated in tree planting activities at Greenfield Park and on school grounds during Arbor month. The Tree City USA award was presented by the Minnesota DNR to Mounds View for the 15th consecutive year. Christmas tree recycling resulted in 2,200 Mounds View trees (34 tons)being chipped. Additional tree and shrub planting was added as screening material to Ardan Park using Ramsey County recycling funds. Continued... 3 1 9 9 7 Public Tree and Shrub Planting Boulevards 4 Sugar Maple 1 American Linden City Hall Park 4 Green spire Linden 2 Sugar Maple Silver View Park 1 Black Hills Spruce Ardan Park 3 Sugar Maple 2 Hackberry 3 Black Hills Spruce 6 Amur Maple 5 Serviceberry Random Park 23 Darts Red Spirea 12 Blue Chip Juniper Greenfield Park 500 Norway Pine Transplants Pinewood School 2 Sugar Maple 1 Patmore Ash 3 Snowdrift Crab 2 Forestry Highlights Continued... Nearly one half mile(2,260') of vibratory plow line was installed in Mounds View in 1997 to control oak wilt disease. This was a record high for any one year. Large tree trimming along boulevards and in parks was done by aCity-contracted firm with a bucket truck and chipper. Nearly 500 trees were done in this manner. Another 300 smaller to mid-sized trees were pruned by forestry staff. The annual tree sale resulted in 60 new trees being planted in Mounds View $ mss J 3 Y•a i. + 4< � S ice*, , i . 4 4 ` =t s - ." " 4 ..3� 3`.r 90" I+Fk -, mow tee... x t. 3 "--.3/4,- -",-'' ry. ' r = 8 �, Opr--L.....-----,..„.,..C1:7,.„, Pkv` Y ;d ,4 �. . - �., X50'• _ .> �, ". '4„:.:= w=, n7<v zx t ti P r 4 � � :i".1'4,.",;=;,-; , xv, x f r a �€ F -{' F 's. '‘ t _� 4 _� utch Elm and Oak Wilt Diseases The numbers of both diseased elms and oaks increased from lows of 38 and 22 (1996)to 76 and 50 respectively. While many of the elms removed were "Chinese" or"Siberian" and likely the result of weather-related die back, the oak losses were most unexpected after serval years of declining disease losses. Thanks to a Federal/State oak wilt control grant, all new infection outbreaks were contained by cutting root grafts with a vibratory plow. The prospect of high numbers of continued losses remains,however, as adjacent trees die off up to the plow line of disruption. It is imperative that these trees be removed as they die to reduce or eliminate the chance for new overland spread. _Them 2,4 MEMO TO: MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS FROM: MARY SAARION, DIRECTOR PARKS, RECREATION&FORESTRY DATE: JANUARY 29, 1998 SUBJECT: REVIEW RICE CREEK NORTH REGIONAL TRAIL MASTER PLAN AS REQUESTED BY RAMSEY COUNTY Ramsey County has sent copies of the master plan for the northern section of the Rice Creek Regional Trail for your review and ultimate approval. This master plan trail corridor begins at the lakes area in Centerville and continues through Anoka County open spaces through Ramsey County open spaces along Rice Creek, and again through Anoka County open space areas in Fridley. The corridor is to provide both canoeing opportunities and trail opportunities from Centerville lakes area to the Mississippi River. Because this corridor passes through several cities, each city is asked to review the plan and provide approval. This project is funded through Ramsey County initiatives with much of the funding grant monies through various Outdoor Recreation and Trail funding sources. The benefit to Mounds View residents is that they will have easy access to the corridor at County Road H and Old Highway 8. This is the location for a trail head. The entrance road is already paved leading to the proposed trailhead area(this was completed at the same time that Old Highway 8 was reconstructed). Mounds View residents will have opportunity to hike, bike or canoe the corridor going either east towards Centerville or west towards the Mississippi River. At this point an Anoka County trail system along the Mississippi River heading north to Lake George, Linwood and other connections are planned through a different project. While all these connections may take time to complete, the loop system is planned and segments of it are becoming a reality. This north corridor is one such segment. Please review the plan for discussion at the Work Session. The Parks and Recreation Commission has reviewed the plan. Motion was made, seconded and passed to recommend City Council to approve this master plan. Ramsey County staff has offered to attend the meeting if there are questions or concerns. I informed them that unless I had input from Council regarding questions or concerns, there would be no need for them to attend Please call me if you feel that you would like a representative of Ramsey County to attend I believe that this trail system will be a great recreational benefit to the residents of Mounds View. Parks and Recreation Department Gregory A.Mack,Director 2015 N.Van Dyke Street Tel:612-748-2500 RAMSEY COUNTY Maplewood,MN 55109-3796 Fax:612.748-2508 December 10, 1997 Mr. Chuck Whiting City Administrator City of Mounds View 2401 Hwy. 10 Mounds View MN 55112 Dear Chuck, The Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Department has completed a master plan for the 4.75-mile section of the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor that is located in Ramsey County. This plan was prepared in consultation with staff of the city of Mounds View Prior to submittal of this plan to the Metropolitan Council in accordance with policies of its Recreation Open Space Development Guide Plan, the plan must be reviewed and subsequently approved by the governing bodies of the municipalities in • which the proposed trail corridor is located. Since a segment of the Rice Creek North Trail Corridor is located within the city of Mounds View, I am requesting that the subject master plan be scheduled on the agenda of the Mounds View City Council for approval. The master plan will guide the development, management and remaining acquisition of the corridor. Twenty-five copies of the master plan are provided for distribution to the city council, city commissions and city staff. The city council's earliest attention to this matter will be appreciated. The Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Department staff will be available to attend any meetings that are scheduled to address the proposed plan. If you have any questions or require additional information, contact Ken Simons, at 748-2500, ext. 312. Sincerely, Gregory A.;--/1 Director • GAM/jh Minnesota's First Home Rule County printed on recycled paper with a minimum of 10%post-consumer content L -/ c 2 6 • MEMO To: Chuck Whiting, City Administrator Mayor& Council From: Mary Saarion Subject: LCMR Grant Date: January 29, 1998 Application information has been distributed to governmental agencies for recreation facility and trail funding grants. This LCMR Grant is a 50% matching grant that is available through a competitive application process for projects that qualify with the highest number of value points. The funding begins July 1999 with applications due February 13, 1998. Cigarette tax money is the revenue for this grant. A legislative committee reviews and selects projects that enhance the environment and communities. There are two projects that the Council may wish to consider for grant application. Acquisition and development of the wetland area next to the Community Center property would comply with three strategies or areas of community enhancement that the grant requests. One benefit is water quality with enhancement of the wetland for storm water management. A second benefit would be enhancement of the Community Center, the heart of the community, providing trailways, greenspaces and natural habitat. The third strategy or benefit is economic development opportunities with the ponding of storm water runoff offering opportunities to develop adjoining properties. A preliminary estimate of this project is $500,000 including acquisition and development. If so, the Citie's match would be $250,000. Criteria for evaluation of proposals include (highest points to lowest points): 1. Focus of sustain ability - which means a facility that is compatible with the community and definition of a strategy of how the facility will provide benefit to the community regarding environment, economy and community. 2. Results - assessment of the project. 3. Innovation 4. Partnerships 5. Statewide Significance 6. Leveraging - ability to match the 50% grant. Chuck Whiting, City Administrator, Mayor& Council Page 2 January 29, 1998 7. Dissemination - data, reports, materials, explaining the project. 8. Information Base - Information regarding the significance to the public environment or community. Another portion of the grant is for outdoor recreation facilities. Outdoor amenities to the Community Center project would be a possible grant application. While architects have drawn outdoor amenities on plans and there has been discussion regarding desired amenities including basketball courts, volleyball courts, pathways, green spaces, gazebo, sitting area and perhaps a small band shelter, these amenities are not included in the specifications and will not be in the bids. This grant award is limited to $50,000 projects or $25,000 match. If it is the Council's pleasure, I would be happy to prepare two grant applications, one for acquisition and development of a wetland area for storm water management, enhancement of nature and aesthetics and economic development. The other grant application would be for outdoor recreation amenities for the Community Center. While I certainly cannot guarantee that the projects will be awarded, I think that it is worth the while to submit applications in the chance that one or both of the projects is awarded funding. Both projects fit the criteria. City matching funds could come from a combination of selected fund including Storm Water Management, Park Dedication Funds, Tax Increment Funding, or other funding determined by the Council. Staff seeks Council's direction as to whether or not to submit these suggested grant applications for the acquisition and development of wetland area abutting Community Center and outdoor amenities for the Community Center. interoffice MEMORANDUM to: Mayor& Council Members from: Mary Saarion subject: Facility Rental Fee and Brochure Information date: January 29, 1998 I have prepared a draft example of a marketing brochure for rental facilities at the Community Center. Facility rentals need to be marketed now presuming that wedding arrangements are made up to a year in advance. I have taken the same fees used by Shoreview Community Center which is a tried and true formula. Conservative numbers have been used for expected rental dates and the expected revenue projected is shown on the attached sheet. Please review the numbers and if you are satisfied with these, I would like to have council's approval to prepare a quality multi- colored brochure for marketing Community Center facility spaces beginning January, 1999. PROPOSED ESTIMATE 1999 RENTAL REVENUES MOUNDS VIEW COMMUNITY CENTER Saturday Rentals: Fifty-one (51) Saturdays are available for 1999. Of these, it is predicted that 40 Saturday rentals will be realized for the first year of operation, 1999. A conservative estimate using the resident rental fee of$475 will result in a total revenue projection of$19,000. Friday Rentals: Fifty-one (51)Fridays are available for 1999. Of these, it is estimated that 27 Friday rentals will be realized for the first year of operation, 1999. A conservative estimate using the resident rental fee of$425 will result in a total revenue projection of$11,475. Thursday- Sunday Rentals: Fifty-two (52)weeks of Thursdays through Sundays are available for 1999. Of these, it is predicted that 27 days will be rented during this first year of operation, 1999. A conservative estimate using the resident rental fee of$150 will result in a total revenue projection of$4050. _ Total projected revenue for room rentals in 1999 is $34,525. VENDING MACHINE REVENUES It is expected that appoximately 2 snack and 2 beverage vending machines will be available in the Community Center. In addition, it is expected that 4 arcade games will be located in the teen center area. A conservative revenue projection is$2,000/year from each machine. The estimated revenue total for 1999 from vending machines is $16,000. Estimated revenues from both rentals and vending machines is $50,545. 110 • interoffice MEMORANDUM to: Mayor and Council Members from: Mary Saarion subject: Recommendation by Parks and Recreation Commission regarding monetary participation in athletic complex planning and design as requested by the City of Arden Hills. date: January 29, 1998 The Parks and Recreation Commission discussed the request by the City of Arden Hills for contribution of$2,000 for proportional cost of design and plans for a joint city/school district and athletic association athletic complex. Commissioners expressed concern that to date there is no dedicated location for such a facility. They expressed a desire to know location as well as have opportunity to evaluate whether or not the location would be a benefit to Mounds View residents considering easy access and usership opportunities. Because there are other needs for Mounds View parks where monies could be spent and benefit Mounds View residents, the Commission recommended that the City Council hold off on spending the $2,000 until a location is decided and evaluation as to the benefit in accessibility for Mounds View residents to the chosen location. •e\ ACITY OF ARDEN HILLS Qom 1450 WEST HIGHWAY 96 ARDEN HILLS, MN 55112-5794 December 5, 1997 Mary Saarion Mounds View Parks and Recreation Director 2401 Hwy 10 Mounds View, MN 55112 Dear Mary: When the Mayors, Managers,Parks and Recreation Directors, and School District Officials met on October 21 to discuss the results of the Facility Needs Study,the direction was to move forward with developing a possible concept plan. The City of Arden Hills has agreed to take the lead in this endeavor. However, we need the commitment of support from the other cities and the school district before we expend any funds. The Arden Hills City Council passed a resolution that supports developing the concept plan and having Arden Hills take the lead role. We would like all of the participating parties to pass a similar resolution. If it is not possible to get this item on your agenda within the next week or two, please send me a letter of support. The letter and resolution should support the idea of a joint facility (location undetermined at this time) and commit to reimburse Arden Hills for a portion of the money expended to develop concept plans. Our resolution states that the concept plan at this time would not exceed $10,000. Thus, each party would be responsible for a maximum of$2,000. Please call me at 633-5676 if you have any questions. I would like to get started on this, but I cannot start until I have a commitment from all cities. The intent is to review the concept plan at the next scheduled meeting with the Mayors, Managers, and Parks and Recreation Directors on January 20, 1998. Sincer , J/12 ' ed% Cindy :. Walsh Parks and Recreation Director cc: Chuck Whiting, Mounds View City Manager PHONE: (6121 633-5676 • FAX (612) 633-7839 STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF RAMSEY CITY OF ARDEN HILLS RESOLUTION NO. 97-58 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS TAKING THE LEAD ROLE IN DEVELOPING A CONCEPT PLAN FOR A MULTI-CITY ATHLETIC FACILITY ON THE TCAAP PROPERTY WHEREAS, the Cities of Arden Hills, Mounds View, New Brighton, Shoreview, and the Mounds View School District have worked with the area youth associations to put together an Athletic Facility Needs Study; and WHEREAS, the Facility Needs Study identifies the lack of current athletic facilities in the four (4) cities and for school district activities; and WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Directors and City Administrators from the four(4) Cities met with the District #621 Superintendent, Community Ed Director, and School Board Chair to discuss the need for athletic facilities; and WHEREAS, the only areas of land which have been identified that are large enough to construct facility to address all of the needs identified are the U of M property in Shoreview and the TCAAP property in Arden Hills; and WHEREAS, it was the consensus of representatives from each of the agencies identified above that the TCAAP property was the best place to put a joint facility; and WHEREAS, the reutilization plan completed by the Vento Committee identifies an area of TCAAP for such joint park facilities; and WHEREAS, since TCAAP is located in Arden Hills, all parties agree that the City of Arden Hills would be the most appropriate agency to take the lead in developing concept plans; and WHEREAS, the other cities have indicated that they would reimburse Arden Hills for any consultant fees incurred as a result of the completion of the plan; and WHEREAS, the Cities have met with the local youth associations to seek additional reimbursement from their organizations; and WHEREAS, the cost to complete the concept plans would not exceed a maximum of$10,000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Arden Hills, Minnesota, that the City of Arden Hills will be taking the lead Tole in designing a concept plan for a Multi-City Athletic Facility on the TCAAP property. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARDEN HILLS THIS 24TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1997. /". D N1\4. IS PRO r ST, MAYOR ATTEST: BRI TSINGER, CITY ADMINISTRATOR Item No. 3 Staff Report No. Meeting Date: February 2, 1998 Type of Business: Work Session WK: Work Session;PH:Public Hearing; CA:Consent Agenda;CB:Council Business City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Honorable Mayor McCarty and City Council From: Michael Ulrich, Director of Public Works Item Title/ Subject: 4th Quarter Report (1997) Date of Report: February 2, 1998 Water Department Pumped 101,815,000 gallons of water Water Main Break at Edgewood Drive and Greenfield Place Hydrants Pumped and Flagged Repair(4) Street Patches from Water Repairs Continue MIU/MXU Repairs as Needed Water Si.Chemical Readings Daily,Chemical Orders,Flouride Reports,State B.C.Samples Street Department Removed graffiti as needed Repair/replace approximately(20)Misc. Street Signs plus 10 Crime Watch Signs Installed Door in Cold Storage Building(Cleaned and Organized Also) Installed Calcium Cloride Hose Asphalt repairs (20 ton) Assisted with(4)Water Main Breaks Completed Street Sweeping Built Shelving and did some Remodeling in the Police Department Storage Room Snow Plowing and Salting Attended Elgin Sweeper School(3 days) Garage Assisted with(4)Water Main Repairs and Road Patches Installed 200+ Coat Hooks at Community Center Completed installation of Calcium Cloride Tank on#133 Assisted in Cleaning/Organizing of Cold Storage Building Assisted with Street Sweeping Prepared Snow Equipment Misc.Repairs of Vehicles and Equipment as needed Assisted with Snow Plowing and Salting as necessary Attended Elgin Sweeper School(3 days) Sewer Department Repaired Storm Sewer at Edgewood Drive Cleaned 3580 Feet of sanitary sewer Cleaned 8990Feet of storm sewer Televised 3420 Feet of sanitary sewer Assisted in Sealing(1) Sewer Main Leak Assisted Streets Department with street patching Clean Bronson and Groveland Lift Station Assisted with Plowing and Salting Die Test 7500 Knollwood Drive City of Mounds View Staff Report January 29, 1998 Page 2 Assisted with the installation of the Calcium Cloride Tank on#I33 Review VCR Tapes to Update Records and Maps Michael Ulrich, Director of Public Works Item No. 24 Staff Report No. Meeting Date: February 2, 1998 Type of Business: W.K. WK: Work Session;PH:Public Hearing; CA:Consent Agenda; CB:Council Business City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Michael Ulrich, Director of Public Works Item Title/Subject: Discussion Regarding Public Works Sewer Staffing Date of Report: January 30, 1998 Council might recall through the last nine to ten months, reading about the rehabilitation, surgery and limited hours of service that Wally and Larry have been through from the accident that they were involved in. The accident occurred in May of 1997. Since that date both individuals received treatment for back and neck injuries. Both individuals were absent from employment during their recovery. Larry returned to work with limitations and continued therapy for approximately six weeks. Wally did not return to work immediately. He was unable to perform any work related duties for a period of four weeks. He did return to work with restrictions and limited hours. The therapy,medication and restrictions were not producing any measurable improvement in Wally's ability to perform his work duties or normal movements. On December 18, 1997 Wally had back surgery performed. This is a brief synopsis of the events leading up to the point of this report. Due to these circumstances, in 1997 the Sewer Division only accomplished 124 hours of sanitary sewer maintenance. With the anticipation of the reconstruction of Spring Lake Road, and other various problem lines, 467 hours of storm sewer maintenance was performed. These hours equate to 8905 feet of sanitary sewer out of a total of 227,000 feet and 17,000 feet of storm sewer. In 1995 the entire sanitary system, 43 miles, were cleaned and roots were cut in over 1 mile of sanitary main lines. After completing the entire system,the policy of cleaning 1/4 of the system per year was determined an achievable goal. Televising, inspecting, root cutting and repairing the system would also accompany the annual percentage cleaned. This policy was recommended by the League of Cities. As you can see we are falling far short of our goal. Not being able to adequately maintain an aging system with progressively increasing root problems, opens the door to increased liability for sewer blockages and backups. This year we will have to play catchup on maintenance. Wally's return to work at this time is anticipated to be in April. At that time it will be determined what, if any, restrictions will be placed on his ability to perform his duties full time. We are assuming that Wally will return to active full time employment and fully encourage his return. Wally is unsure at this time if he will seek an early retirement if he cannot fulfill his normal duties. In any case he has submitted his vacation schedule for 1998. With the combined vacation time Larry and Wally are entitled to, at best it appears that sewer maintenance will be limited to three days per week. This does not include any training, sick days, holidays, or other staffing needs that might diminish the hours available for maintenance. City of Mounds View Staff Report January 30, 1998 Page 2 Both Wally and Larry are eligible for retirement in the year 2000. Staff has always anticipated in that budget year we would hire replacements for the positions, prior to their retirement. This period of time would be used for training of the new personnel. The amount of knowledge of our system these two individuals have, must be passed on to their successors prior to their departure. Hiring of a streets or parks worker, already possessing the necessary skills to perform the job from one city to another is a relatively easy transition. The intricacies and special attention that are required for an underground system can be much more complicated. In light of the grossly reduced maintenance hours projected to be available for 1998,the unknown possibility that Wally might not return to work at all, the act of playing catch up in maintenance and the future well being of the City's aging sanitary sewer system, staff is requesting to hire an additional position in the Sewer Division. This position would be of entry level status. Training and educating an individual would be accomplished at a reduced wage, in comparison to a veteran in the field. When the retirement of one or both of these individuals occurs,the City will be properly prepared for their departure. The learning curve for replacements will have already occurred and maintenance of the system will not have been reduced. It is estimated that this position will increase the Sewer Division's budget by approximately $36,000.00 and require a transfer from the Sewer Reserve account. Progressing through the step system to the top salary outlined in the contract will take five years. Staff was not aware of the scenario that might play out during the 1998 budget period or this discussion could have taken place at that time. It was always expected that Wally would fully recover from his injuries and return to his duties full time. Providing an additional position to fulfill the maintenance needs of the system,train and educate the individual at this time will prove to be very beneficial to the City. Reducing or ultimately eliminating sewer backups into residential basements through proper maintenance is our goal. It will provide increased trust in the department, reduce financial claims against the City, and maintain good public relations. Staff is requesting this position, if approved by Council, would begin employment March 2, 1998. If Council has any questions or concerns regarding this report, please feel free to call me. ' c ael' Ulrich, for of Public Works 4 Item No. '/ Staff Report No. Meeting Date: 2/2/98 Type of Business: WK WK: Work Session;PH:Public Hearing; CA:Consent Agenda;CB:Council Business Cit of Mounds View Staff Report To: Mayor and City Council From: Steve Dorgan,Housing Inspector Item Title/Subject: Multi Jurisdictional Remodeling Planbook Proposal Date of Report: January 27, 1998 BACKGROUND At the City Council Work Session on January 5, 1998,the Council was provided information regarding an opportunity to participate with other first tier suburbs in the development of a multi- jurisdictional planbook. The Council directed staff to obtain additional information regarding the success of the remodeling planbook developed for the Longfellow neighborhood in the City of Minneapolis. Although the housing in the City of Minneapolis and the first tier suburbs are not the same, the results of the Longfellow neighborhood's planbook should give some indication as to the amount of success a city (or neighborhood) can have with a resource such as a remodeling planbook. LONGFELLOW NEIGHBORHOOD PLANBOOK RESULTS The Longfellow neighborhood in Minneapolis developed a remodeling planbook with the intention of stimulating both interest in the housing of the neighborhood and to remodel homes in the area. This planbook is the first of it's kind to be developedinthe United States. According to the planbook coordinator for the Longfellow neighborhood,the project provided numerous qualitative resources for the homeowners of the community. The planbook was designed with the intention of providing economical options for remodeling homes by educating homeowners to make intelligent decisions when choosing contractors and materials. The Planbook targeted homeowners who typically could not afford an architect. In addition, a guideline was established for quality remodeling and rehabilitation within the community. More important,the planbook created an identity for the community by providing a history of both the housing and neighborhood. This gave residents a greater sense of community. The developers of the planbook worked with realtors to market the neighborhood's homes with a positive slant. They have seen a 10% increase in the purchase price of home sales in the last two years, which they credit predominantly to the marketing of the planbook. In addition,property values have gone up more than 20% in the last two years due to the publicity of the neighborhood. The Longfellow group attributes this to the identification of the neighborhood Staff Memo -Multi-Jurisdictional Remodeling Planbook January 27, 1998 Page 2 through the planbook and by the positive marketing and public relations work of local realtors. The planbook for the Longfellow neighborhood was originally designed to be implemented in conjunction with a low interest loan program for homeowners. The loan program has not yet been implemented, however,the redevelopment in the community has increased dramatically. As far as distribution of the planbook several options are available. In the Longfellow neighborhood,the planbook is free to homeowners who receive loans for rehabilitation. Otherwise, the planbooks cost approximately$8 each to print and are sold for$10 to Longfellow neighborhood residents and$15 to nonresidents. They have sold more than 800 books to date. Other options may be to provide copies to review or check out at city hall and local libraries. FIRST TIER SUBURBS CONSORTIUM A meeting of the Planbook Consortium was attended by city staff on January 9, to obtain additional information regarding the time line for the planbook and the deadline for Mounds View's commitment. At this time, the consortium has enough cities committed to go ahead with planbook development and the hiring of the architect to design the planbook. Mounds View has until the end of February to commit to the consortium. The financial commitment for each city is $5,000. The total cost to the group will be $60,000. Attached is a breakdown of expenses for the planbook development(Exhibit A). Any funds obtained from additional cities would be put toward the background work for the additional city as well as further marketing and printing for the planbook. The consortium is in the process of obtaining outside funding to pay for or supplement printing costs. FUNDING SOURCES The cities already committed to the planbook have used a wide variety of funding sources including; general funds, grants and Tax Increment Financing (TIF). As reported at the last Council Workshop meeting,the amount of TIF funds allocated to single family housing was $200,000 for 1997 and $120,000 for 1998. It was stated in the memo that none of the funds have been used. Actually, $122,797.68 of the funds were allocated in 1997 to purchase two homes for the Housing Replacement Program(HRP). DISCUSSION The planbook is a pro-active approach to remodeling and rehabilitation. The remodeling activity may be increased when used in conjunction with the provision of low-interest loans to homeowners. If the council chooses to participate in the planbook consortium,the implementation of a low-interest loan program may be suggested to provided a mechanism for financing to homeowners. City staff is currently talking to other cities,the Center for Energy and the Environment, and Western Bank about how a housing improvement loan program could be set up in Mounds View. Staff will report the results of these discussions at the March work session. The city would benefit from participating in the development of the remodeling planbook through the investment of TIF funds if the planbook specifically stimulates even minimal remodeling and rehabilitation. The planbook would be an additional resource available to the residents of the community to assist in quality remodeling of their homes and contribute to a better sense of community. By working collaboratively with other communities,the city will be able to draw upon an abundance of information and marketing for the city. ACTION TO BE CONSIDERED Determine whether a commitment should be made to participate with the consortium of other first tier suburban communities to develop a remodeling planbook for Mounds View. Steve Dorgan Housing Inspector 717-4023 Attachments: Exhibit A: Suburban Planbook Proposal Outline Exhibit B: EDA Development District TIF Funds C:\OFFICE\WPWIN\MYDOC\CCMEM2_2.98 EXHIBIT A 191 i>E �'� ����aorrr aha Cn•rm to 1111 Re ERT . 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February 11, 1998 in the cafeteria at Pinewood Elementary School for people who live north of the Highway 10 corridor. The second forum will be for the Highway 10 corridor and will be held at 7 PM on Wed. March 11, 1998 in the Edgewood Jr. High School cafeteria. The third forum will for those people living south of the Highway 10 corridor and will be held in the cafeteria of Edgewood Jr. High School at 7 PM. A notice of these meetings will be mailed to each resident and business in the community. At these forums staff will give background information about the community, explain what the comprehensive plan is and explain the process which is being used to update it. The rest of the meeting will be spent in small groups identifying and talking about both the positive and negative issues in the community. A planning commission member will be assigned to each group to facilitate the discussion and write down what they hear. At the end of the meeting each commissioner will summarize the discussion that occurred in their group. The input received will be compiled into a summary document and each participant will receive a copy. City Council members are welcome to attend and participate in these forums. If more than 2 council members plan to attend any given forum,the open meeting law requirements would pertain. Copies of the summary document will be provided to council members. Rick Jopke,Co unity Development Director N:\DATA\USERS\RICKJO\SI-TARE\020298.RPT BLAINE .....,..r......„....„.. „ ,_ N ..,...milm.En in q m no ,,,,, - 7 /3 11: mtg. Y ���� . ?j,Jij c, N❑ SCALE —.� �ANE MON inli_— ■ o>.: -- ftJ sma — fimum. .M..„0 � B L A I N E wm. 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E liii — s ..- . ..M'El — - 111 � � W unroll.-..■_ -■•i__--•gym.. .m: - ��_Mi ��• IIII' MINI__==imam. l - �� a Cr N E W BRIGHTON 5I _ y COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE °�" s,. „ COMMUNITY FORUM AREAS u \-\-\ CITY OF 1U \ DS 1( �, Revised May 1996 E "'/ BA'ecE MAS' Item No. 4c- Staff Report No. Meeting Date: 2/2/98 Type of Business: WK WK: Work Session;PH:Public Hearing; CA:Consent Agenda;CB:Council Business City of Mounds View Staff Report To: Mayor and City Council Members From: Rick Jopke, Community Development Director Item Title/Subject: Status Report on the Mermaid Hotel/Banquet Facility Date of Report: January 28, 1998 Background: At the January 12, 1998 City Council meeting Charlie Hall, Dan Hall and John Seibert presented their preliminary concept for the expansion of the Mermaid to include a 11,700 square foot banquet facility and a 185-room hotel. They also presented preliminary proformas and requested city tax increment assistance. City staff and Dave Maroney, the city's financial adviser on this project,have been working with John Seibert to review and refine the numbers to determine what is necessary to make this project work. The following is what has been determined so far: Project Ownership: A Limited Liability Corporation(LLC) will be formed to own the hotel and 50% of the common access. The LLC will likely comprise perhaps 3-4 investors. Charlie Hall will transfer the land needed for the hotel to the LLC and will own shares in the LLC equal to the market value of the land transferred. Land needed for the banquet facility may be transferred to Dan Hall. The remainder of the site would remain in its current ownership. Land Acquisition: The project as shown in the preliminary concept would require the acquisition of three parcels and a portion of a fourth parcel. City staff is working with the developer to determine if other design alternatives are possible to reduce potential acquisition costs. City staff has had discussions with the RentAll business on the corner of County Road H and Highway 10. The owner has indicated a willingness to cooperate if an appropriate alternative site in the area can be found and if the move would work financially for them. Alternate sites being considered include the vacant site behind the Super America site, and the former PAK Co. site on Highway 10. City staff has contacted two relocation consultants and is currently evaluating their proposals. The relocation consultant would work with the businesses which would be displaced by this project to find other sites and insure that they receive the benefits which are required by federal and state laws. TIF Assistance: The preliminary numbers provided by the developer show a need for $700,000 of TIF assistance for the banquet facility and additional $1,000,000 for the hotel. Project costs show a total of$800,000 for land acquisition. This may be low based on the amount of land to be acquired. The hotel developer has indicated that TIF City of Mounds View Staff Report January 28, 1998 Page 2 assistance for the hotel must be structured to be of"direct benefit"to the hotel development and financial program. To use the TIF funds to acquire land only is not considered to be of"direct benefit." Some TIF assistance will be needed for financing eligible building and development costs. The details of the TIF assistance are subject to further evaluation and negotiation. Formal Response: John Seibert has asked that the City provide him with a formal response which indicates that the City supports the preliminary concept and is willing to provide tax increment assistance to support the project. TIF assistance will be necessary for Mr Seibert to finance this project. If the City is not willing to provide assistance, Mr Seibert would like to know that up front so that he doesn't expend a lot of money. Staff will be preparing a draft resolution in support of the project for City Council/EDA consideration on February 9, 1998. Future Actions: The City Council/EDA will be asked to indicate support for the project by resolution, direct staff to proceed with the acquisition of the RentAll site, direct staff to contract with a relocation consultant, direct staff to work with Briggs and Morgan to prepare the necessary development agreements, and to continue to evaluate and negotiate the amount and type of tax increment assistance, and to direct staff to work with the developer to refine the plans to minimize acquisitions and city costs. e Rick Jopke, Co unity Development Director N:\DATA\USERS\RICKJO\SHARE\020298A.RPT Michael Hegland j jC- 7604 Spring Lake Road Mounds View, MN 55112 January 30, 1998 Mounds View City Council Dear Mayor and Council Members, I and my family have been resident of Mounds View living on Spring Lake Road for 23 years. As a member of the residents group concerned with the Spring Lake Road/County Road I reconstruction project, I have spent a considerable amount of effort in trying to understand all the physical, financial, legal, aesthetic, safety, environmental, and personal issues involved in this project. I have concluded, as have many of my neighbors, that the existing policy is inadequate to address all these issues. Therefore I respectfully request that the Mounds View City Council would seriously consider the following recommendations in their endeavor to devise an improved road reconstruction policy for the city. 1. Establish a capitol improvement plan based on a minimum cost direct replacement approach that defines road improvements for the entire city projected over at least a 20 year cycle. 2. With the intent of minimizing the aesthetic, environmental, and financial impact of the project on the community and in particular the neighborhood that is directly effected. I suggest that a direct replacement approach be adopted. All the existing features of road width, load rating, speed limits, parking and runoff control should be maintained. 3. Starting from the direct replacement baseline, any suggested changes such as increased street width, increased load rating, increased speed limits, changing parking status, adding curb and gutter, changing storm sewer, or adding sidewalks or bike lanes must be communicated to the property owners/tax payers directly effected. This communication must include a complete and accurate itemized cost and assessment estimate. 4. For any of the communicated changes to be added to the direct replacement baseline proposal. A majority (over 50%) of the assessed property owners/tax payers assessed for the improvement must make a written request for each feature to be added and agree to the increased assessed cost that it represents. I request that these suggestions would be taken into consideration along with those submitted by other members of the Spring Lake Road/County Road I residents group. I believe that a revised policy that encourages the preservation of our neighborhood aesthetics and includes incentives to minimize project costs will begin to restore confidence and trust in Mounds View City government and eliminate the conflict which we have all been experiencing. Michael Hegland 01/30/98 09:29 V6125223453 JR WILLIAMS 444 CITY OF MV 09.2 - - f 11-ci •-•°11 , , • 76 75- ri • • • 41410V AA v --Y.S . /111‘,.6. r 4- - -11 C-5, LA.is v i1; 7Ld7 -1-114--z/ 49 r- t h c.".9--fr5 0 ! ' y -.1Y.4z)e xr_cet re-4- t eL;a"- klit,aije-459 ev 5.1_ , CcV it604.-e-5 (A.--4 cLd c 3 ;Ss , 5 Vt‘e,r4.5. IL5 /fr I Lte_IL+11_5 e 1.1r.5+1-+-e, ct.7- ..erk4e),<:71 LA -1" kEIA4e)-r- te_ p -/--y e9e.-.14 ! ! 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Rule 7829.2400 Dear Sir or Madam: On December 2, 1997, Northern States Power Company - Gas Utility ("NSP Gas" or "the Company") filed an application with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission ("Commission") requesting approval of a general increase in NSP's rates for natural gas service to customers in the State of Minnesota. NSP Gas requested a final rate increase of approximately $18.5 million, or 5.51 percent. The Commission recently issued a Notice and Order for Hearing setting the rate case for a contested case proceeding before the Office of Administrative Hearings. On January 22, 1998, the Commission voted to authorize NSP Gas to collect an interim rate increase of$13.9 million annually, effective February 1, 1998, subject to the outcome of the contested case proceedings. If the final rate increase approved by the Commission is less than the interim increase, NSP Gas would issue refunds plus interest to affected natural gas customers. The Commission will issue a final decision by October 2, 1998. Pursuant to Commission Rule 7825.2400, Subp. 3, attached please find a copy of the NSP Gas "Notice to Counties and Municipalities" describing the proposed NSP Gas rate increase and the interim rate increase approved by the Commission. Also attached is a copy of the Commission's Notice and Order for Hearing. A Prehearing Conference with Administrative Law Judge (AU)Richard Luis is scheduled for Wednesday, February 4, 1998, at 9:30 a.m. The purpose of the Prehearing Conference is to set the schedule and procedures for the contested case hearings. You may attend the prehearing conference -- it is a public meeting -- but are not required to attend unless you plan to be a party in the contested case litigation. INFORMATION NSP Gas Counties and Municipalities ONLY January 27, 1998 Page 2 In addition to the contested case hearings, a series of public hearings will be scheduled by the Commission and ALJ, allowing oral comments by members of the public and affected municipalities and counties. Finally, members of the public and affected municipalities and counties will be able to submit written comments (if any) by writing letters to the ALJ. You will receive a separate notice of the public hearing schedule and written comment process at a later date. NSP Gas will also publish notices of the public hearings in a local newspaper in your area. Representatives of municipalities and counties served by NSP Gas may attend the public hearings or submit comments in writing if they want to, but you are not required to participate. Since rate cases at the Commission are now fairly infrequent, municipalities and counties served by NSP Gas do not receive these kinds of notices very often. I hope this letter explains the notice and process and answers (rather than creates) questions. If not, please feel free to call your local NSP community services representative, Kay Gehring (612-337-2189) or me (612-330-5889) with any questions about the rate case process or this notice. Sincerely, 04,) - es P. Johnson Senior Attorney cc: Honorable Judge Richard Luis Mr. David Jacobson, MPUC Staff INFORMATION ONLY Proposed Notice to Counties and Municipalities Under Minn. Stat. § 216B.16, Subd. 1 STATE OF MINNESOTA BEFORE THE MINNESOTA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION In the Matter of the Application of Northern States Power Company NOTICE OF APPLICATION for Authority to Change Its Schedule FOR RATE INCREASE of Gas Rates for Retail Customers Within the State of Minnesota Docket No. G-002/GR-97-1606 In a December 2, 1997 filing with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, Northern States Power Company ("NSP" or "the Company") requested an increase in its rates for natural gas service within the State of Minnesota. The Company proposed a schedule of new rates to take effect on February 1, 1998. State law permits the Commission to suspend the proposed rates during a ten-month review period. If the proposed rates are suspended, the Commission must order an interim rate schedule into effect not later than 60 days after the initial filing date. The Company filed a schedule of proposed interim rates based largely on the Commission's decision in the previous NSP gas rate case (Docket No. G-002/GR- 92-1186). On or before October 2, 1998, the Commission must decide how much of an increase, if any, will be allowed. If the final rate level is less than the interim rate level,the excess amount collected during the interim period will be refunded to customers with interest. The Company is requesting this increase to cover expected higher costs in providing gas service to its customers. Examples of the effect of the interim rates and proposed rates on typical bills are as follows: INFORMATION Average Monthly Bills ONLY Residential Service: U.se Present Rates* Interim Rates Proposed Rates 0 MCF $ 6.00 $ 6.29 $ 7.00 3 MCF $ 20.21 $ 21.48 $ 21.91 5 MCF $ 29.68 $ 31.31 $ 31.85 10 MCF $ 53.37 $ 55.87 $ 56.70 20 MCF $ 100.73 $ 105.01 $ 106.40 30 MCF $ 148.10 $ 154.15 $ 156.09 Commercial/Industrial Service: 0 MCF $ 14.00 $ 14.50 $ 10.00 10 MCF $ 58.16 $ 61.26 $ 57.88 50 MCF $ 234.80 $ 243.40 $ 249.41 100 MCF $ 455.59 $ 471.07 $ 476.83 200 MCF $ 897.18 $ 926.42 $ 931.65 300 MCF $1,338.77 $1,381.77 $1,386.48 The Department of Public Service is conducting an investigation of NSP's books and records. Customers will be notified when public hearings are scheduled. The proposed rate schedules and a comparison of present and proposed rates may be examined by the public during normal business hours at the Department of Public Service,121 Seventh Place East, Suite 200, St. Paul; and at Northern States Power Company offices located at 414 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis; 825 Rice Street, St. Paul; 3115 Centre Pointe Drive, Roseville; 2302 Great Northern Drive, Fargo, ND; 1206 Fifth Avenue South, Grand Forks, ND; 210 Lime Street, Mankato; 1700 East County Road E, White Bear Lake; 3000 Maxwell Avenue, Newport; 2763 First Avenue Northwest, Faribault; 3930 Pepin Avenue, Red Wing; 3515 Third Street North, St. Cloud; and 5050 Service Drive, Winona. 2 INFORMATION ONLY If you wish to intervene or testify in this case, contact the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, 121 Seventh Place East, Suite 350, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-2147. * The present rate levels identified in this application represent the rates authorized in Docket No. G002/GR-92-1186. 3 INFORMATION ONLY BEFORE THE MINNESOTA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION Edward A. Garvey Chair Joel Jacobs Commissioner Marshall Johnson Commissioner LeRoy Koppendrayer Commissioner Gregory Scott Commissioner In the Matter of the Application of ISSUE DATE: January 14, 1998 Northern States Power Company's Gas Utility to Change its Schedule of Gas Rates for Retail DOCKET NO. G-002/GR-97-1606 Customers Within the State of Minnesota NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING PROCEDURAL HISTORY I. The Company's Filing On December 2, 1997 Northern States Power Company's Gas Utility (NSP or the Company) filed a petition seeking a general rate increase of$18,504,000, or 5.51%, effective February 1, 1998. On January 14, 1998 the Commission issued its Order Accepting Filing and Suspending Rates in the matter. A copy of the Company's rate increase proposal is on file in the offices of the Department of Public Service, 121 7th Place East, Suite 200, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-2145, and is open for public inspection during regular office hours. Copies are also available for public inspection at the Company's offices at the following locations: 414 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis; 825 Rice Street, St. Paul; 3115 Centre Pointe Drive, Roseville; 2302 Great Northern Drive, Fargo, North Dakota; 1206 Fifth Avenue South, Grand Forks, North Dakota; 210 Lime Street, Mankato; 1700 East County Road E, White Bear Lake; 3000 Maxwell Avenue, Newport; 2763 First Avenue Northwest, Faribault; 3930 Pepin Avenue, Red Wing; 3515 Third Street North, St. Cloud; and 5050 Service Drive, Winona. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS II. Jurisdiction and Referral for Contested Case Proceedings The Commission has jurisdiction over proposed rate changes under Minn. Stat. § 216B.16. If the Commission is unable to resolve all significant issues regarding the reasonableness of the proposed rates on the basis of the filing itself, the Commission is to refer the matter to the Office of Administrative Hearings for contested case proceedings. Minn. Stat. § 216B.16, subd. 2. 1 INFORMATION The Commission finds that it cannot satisfactorily resolve all questions re NgYL reasonableness of the proposed rates on the basis of the Company's filing. The Commission will therefore refer the matter to the Office of Administrative Hearings for contested case proceedings. III. Proposed Rates The Company proposes rate increases by customer class as follows: Customer Class Present Rates Proposed Rates % Increase Group (000) (000) Residential $192,910.0 $206,225.8 6.9 Commercial Firm 93,507.3 97,582.8 4.4 Total Interruptible 44,924.5 45,801.7 2.0 Total Transportation 2,464.1 2,620.2 6.3 Interdepartmental (Angus Anson) 2,201.0 2,201.0 ---- Late Payment Charge 1,432.0 1,511.0 ---- Other Operating Revenue 13,099.0 13,099.0 ---- Gross Earnings Tax 5,158.0 5,158.0 ---- Total Sales & Other Gas 355,696.0 374,199.6 ---- Revenues The Commission has suspended the Company's proposed rates by separate Order. By further Order, the Commission will direct the Company to place an interim rate schedule into effect. Interim rates are subject to refund if the Commission ultimately orders a lower overall revenue increase than is recovered through interim rates. Minn. Stat. § 216B.16, subd. 3. IV. Issues to be Addressed Parties shall address the following issues in the course of the contested case proceedings ordered herein: (1) Is the test year revenue increase sought by the Company reasonable or will it result in unreasonable and excessive earnings by the Company? (2) Is the rate design proposed by the Company reasonable? (3) Are the Company's proposed capital structure and return on equity reasonable? The parties may also raise and address other issues relevant to the Company's proposed rate increase. 2 INFORMATION ONLY The parties are encouraged to explore the potential for settlement, as anticipated under Minn. Stat. § 216B.16, subd. la. V. Procedural Outline A. Administrative Law Judge The Administrative Law Judge assigned to this case is Richard C. Luis. His address and telephone number are as follows: Office of Administrative Hearings, Suite 1700, 100 Washington Square, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401-2138; (612) 349-2542. B. Hearing Procedure Hearings in this matter will be conducted in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, Minn. Stat. §§ 14.57-14.62; the rules of the Office of Administrative Hearings, Minn. Rules, parts 1400.5100 to 1400.8400; and, to the extent that they are not superseded by those rules, the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure, Minn. Rules, parts 7829.0100 to 7829.3200. Copies of these rules and statutes may be purchased from the Print Communications Division of the Department of Administration, 117 University Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota 55155; (612) 297-3000. Under these rules parties may be represented by counsel, may appear on their own behalf, or may be represented by another person of their choice, unless otherwise prohibited as the unauthorized practice of law. They have the right to present evidence, conduct cross- examination, and make written and oral argument. Under Minn. Rules, part 1400.7000, they may obtain subpoenas to compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents. Any party intending to appear at the hearing must file a notice of appearance (Attachment A) with the Administrative Law Judge within 20 days of the date of this Notice and Order for Hearing. Failure to appear at the hearing may result in facts and issues being resolved against the party who fails to appear. Parties should bring to the hearing all documents, records, and witnesses necessary to support their positions. They should take note that any material introduced into evidence may become public data unless a party objects and requests relief under Minn. Stat. § 14.60, subd. 2. Any questions regarding discovery under Minn. Rules, parts 1400.6700 to 1400.6800 or informal disposition under Minn. Rules, part 1400.5900 should be directed to Dennis Ahlers, Assistant Attorney General, 700 NCL Tower, 445 Minnesota Street,. St. Paul, Minnesota 55101, (612) 296-0410. 3 INFORMATION ONLY The times, dates, and places of public and evidentiary hearings in this matter will be set by order of the Administrative Law Judge after consultation with the Commission and intervening parties. C. Intervention Persons wishing to become formal parties to this proceeding shall promptly file petitions to intervene with the Administrative Law Judge. They shall serve copies of such petitions on all current parties and on the Commission. Minn. Rules, part 1400.6200. D. Prehearing Conference A prehearing conference will be held in this matter on Wednesday, February 4, 1997 at 9:30 a.m. in the Large Hearing Room, Public Utilities Commission, 121 7th Place East, Suite 350, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101. Persons participating in the prehearing conference should be prepared to discuss time frames, scheduling, discovery procedures, and similar issues. E. Time Constraints The Commission is required to act on the Company's filing within ten months, or the proposed rates are deemed approved. Minn. Stat. § 216B.16, subd. 2. This ten-month period can be extended for brief periods to permit the negotiation and consideration of settlements. Minn. Stat. § 216B.16, subds. la and 2. The Commission asks the Office of Administrative Hearings to conduct contested case proceedings in light of these time constraints and requests that the Administrative Law Judge submit his final report by August 3, 1998, to allow the Commission adequate opportunity for thorough consideration of the case. VI. Application of Ethics in Government Act The lobbying provisions of the Ethics in Government Act, Minn. Stat. §§ 10A.01 et seq., apply to general rate cases. Persons appearing in this proceeding may be subject to registration, reporting, and other requirements set forth in that Act. All persons appearing in this case are urged to refer to the Act and to contact the Minnesota Ethical Practices Board, telephone number (612) 296-1720, with any questions. VII. Ex Parte Communications Restrictions on ex parte communications with Commissioners and reporting requirements regarding such communications with Commission staff apply to this proceeding from the date of this Order. Those restrictions and reporting requirements are set forth at Minn. Rules, parts 7845.7300-7845.7400, which all parties are urged to consult. 4 INFORMATION ORDER ONLY 1. A contested case proceeding shall be held on the Company's proposed rate increase. The proceeding shall begin with a Prehearing Conference on Wednesday, February 4, 1997, at 9:30 a.m. 2. This Order shall become effective immediately. BYOF THE COMMISSION ( ----7R ... P, . . W. Haar Executive Secretary . (SEAL) This document can be made available in alternative formats (i.e., large print or audio tape) by calling (612) 2974596 (voice), (612) 297-1200 (TTY), or 1-800-627-3529 (TTY relay service). 5 INFORMATION ONLY ATTACHMENT A BEFORE THE MINNESOTA OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS Suite 1700 100 Washington Square Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401-2138 FOR THE MINNESOTA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION Suite 350 121 Seventh Place East St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-2147 In the Matter of the Application of MPUC Docket No. G-002JGR-97-1606 Northern States Power Company's Gas Utility to Change its Schedule of Gas OAH Docket No. Rates for Retail Customers Within the State of Minnesota NOTICE OF APPEARANCE Name, Address, and Telephone Number of Administrative Law Judge: Richard C. Luis, Office of Administrative Hearings, Suite 1700, 100 Washington Square, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401-2138; (612) 349-2542 TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE: You are advised that the party named below will appear at the above hearing. NAME OF PARTY: ADDRESS: TELEPHONE NUMBER: PARTY'S ATTORNEY OR OTHER REPRESENTATIVE: OFFICE ADDRESS: TELEPHONE NUMBER: SIGNATURE OF PARTY OR ATTORNEY: DATE: crry THIS IS IT OUNDe .2 L r S JANUARY 26 -JANUARY 30, 1998 ADMINISTRATION and dollars to coordinate economic and transportation planning in the corridor, and for Considering all the news the past couple of other cooperative efforts such as joint GIS and weeks, I am glad I did not push for an intern for compatible comprehensive planning. One administration. As everyone knows, Cathy concern within the group is whether anyone else Bennett and Lynnette Morgan left the City earlier knows what is taking place here, specifically our this month. In replacing them, both jobs have Councils and staffs. Work is proceeding to been reworked and submitted to the City Council remedy this and you will all be hearing more for their approval. First, Cathy's position was about the corridor work as the year goes on. revised back to an economic development This group is also working with the Design coordinator, the position at which she initially Center for the American Urban Landscape, the started. The pay range was reduced and the same people who worked on the ring road position placed under the Community concept last year, with an emphasis on sub- Development,Director with whom the position regional traffic patterns and development. Most will work. For Lynnette's old human resources of the January 28 staff meeting was devoted to position, this position was revised back to the reviewing stairs perspectives on development even older administrative assistant to the city related issues within the City with a member of administrator position. Some will recall Tim the Design Center. Cruikshank holding this position. It had been considered to replace the position as Lynnette The City Council had its annual retreat on had it and possibly add an intern, but this I think January 24 at the golf course(thanks Ken M. for is more workable. This position will pay more setting everything up for us). The session went than Lynnette's did, handle human resources and back and forth between goals setting and team additional duties I assign to it. I would like to see building and received good marks from the about 50% of the work being non human Council. The results are being put together by resource matters. Both positions currently are the facilitator for later review by the Council. being advertised and will remain open into February. Work on reviewing City policies for construction, maintenance and financing of street Unfortunately I missed a couple of afternoons the improvements, particularly in light of Spring Lake week of January 12 due to the bug that has been Road, has been the object of staff and Council going through the office and missed some attention. The evening of January 27 was regional meetings. I did attend the I35W Board devoted to analysis of the current policies and of Directors meeting on January 21 and reviewed their long range impact on the community, plus the group's comprehensive approach to regional active discussion with residents from Spring Lake development along the corridor. The I35W Road. Bruce Kessel and Mike Ulrich did an group has received a lot of legislative attention excellent job working with our SEH engineers to 2 THIS IS IT JANUARY 26-JANUARY 30,1998 prepare for the meeting and present the Community Development staff continues to work information clearly. The Council will follow-up with the Planning Commission to develop an with options to consider for the policies on the updated comprehensive plan for consideration by February 2 work session. the City Council toward the end of 1998. Community forums have been scheduled for Finally, the Council did approve a 3% adjustment February 11, March 11, and April 8 to provide for the 1998 wage schedule and a$10 per month citizens with information on the comprehensive increase in the City's share of health insurance plan and to give them an opportunity to provide premium costs. These apply to all employees input to the Planning Commission about the except the two LELS units that are still being community. worked on. The patrol unit will be going to mediation in March, and the sergeants units will The Hoisington Kegler Group has begun the continue to meet in February. Also, final process to help the city develop a design theme particulars are not yet finished with public works. for Highway 10. A workshop was held on Health insurance costs have been expressed by January 28 to identify important issues, themes, everyone as a concern and we will know how and ideas. An additional workshop will be held much of a concern later in the spring when they on February 26 to review alternative concepts. notify us of the new premiums. We will keep everyone informed as to what will happen when Since Cathy Bennett left, Community we know. Have a happy Ground Hog's Day! Development has assumed many economic development functions of the city. Negotiations Chuck Whiting are continuing with the developers of the Silverview Estates and the Mermaid banquet COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT facility/hotel projects concerning their request for Major development projects which the city tax increment assistance. department is working on include development On January 29, the city closed on the sale of the review for the Theater project on the O'Neil site, city-owned lot at 8265 Spring Lake Road to and review of the TOLD Development proposal Preferred Builders. This lot was purchased as a for a Walgreens Drug Store on the city-owned part of the Housing Replacement Program and is parcel and four single family residential parcels at the first lot that has been sold to a the intersection of Highway 10, Eastwood Road builder/developer. A new home will be built on and County Road I. It is anticipated that we will the site in the future. receive plans for review on the theater project in early March. Planning Commission and City PARKS RECREATION & Council review will be in late March and April. The Planning Commission will start reviewing the FORESTRY comprehensive plan and rezoning portions of the TOLD development at their February 4 meeting. PARKS: Development review is also going for a revised The sliding hill at Silver View Park has been a proposal to expand the Saturn dealership. They popular place for children and families to enjoy are proposing to expand the existing building to winter fun and excitement. There has been a the east to provide additional showroom and problem with children building jumps on the hill. service space. Planning Commission and City Two injuries were reported as a result of persons Council review of this project will be in February. going off jumps. One was a mother, sitting on a plastic toboggan sled, who went off a jump 3 THIS IS IT JANUARY 26-JANUARY 30,1998 unexpectedly and hurt her back. Another was a very nicely. 10 year old youth who had full intentions of going off a jump with a snowboard, who fell on his head FORESTRY: and suffered a concussion. Parks staff has With approval of the boulevard tree trimming bid, installed two signs prohibiting the construction of Rick has provided the contractor with a list of jumps on the hill and requesting any jumps to be boulevard overhang trouble spots as noted by leveled by users. In addition, Parks staff, while Streets Department staff These areas that are the previously making a weekly hill check will now worst will be tackled first. Christmas tree make a daily hill check and level any jumps that recycling project is scheduled for heavy duty appear. This issue was discussed by the Parks and chipping activity in the next week or two. Rick is Recreation Commission at the last meeting held also working on the annual Spring tree sale that is January 22. It was the Commissions' opinion that offered to residents of both Mounds View and jumps are attractive to youth and provide an New Brighton. This tree sale offers excellent element of risk and excitement in the activity of stock at excellent prices. Information to be sliding. With this understanding, the Commission printed in the March/April City Newsletter. is also interested in being responsive to those residents that have expressed concerns. CABLE TV: It therefore was the opinion of the Commission Pat Toth continues to find time to tape all the that the addition of a sign prohibiting the special informational programs plus the City construction of jumps and daily check by Parks Council meetings and the special meetings which crew are actions that are responsive to citizen have been quite a few recently. As an instructor concerns. at the University of Minnesota, teaching history classes, plus handling the Cable TV operations Skating rink activities continue even with warm for the City of Mounds View, Pat is a busy guy, temperatures which makes skating very juggling many schedules. We are very fortunate comfortable, but on the other hand is difficult to to have his expertise and abilities to manipulate maintain good solid ice because of high technical systems which are not"studio" room temperatures and the evaporation factor. designed, but instead are adapted to work in a City Hall layout which is less than conducive to Silver View picnic shelter alarm triggered over video production. the third weekend of January and the alarm system worked appropriately by notifying the Mary Saarion police of malice to the serving window metal curtain. Only minor damages to the curtain were PUBLIC WORKS detected. Quarterly water meter readings were taken and RECREATION: for those meters that did not call in, letters were Winter programs are up and running and Spring sent to the property owners requesting an program registrations are currently being appointment to trouble shoot the system. Bill received. Summer activities are being planned. Hanggi has been working on these repairs. Recreation Activities Brochure will be printed in four of the six City Newsletters in 1998 and Our snow plow operators have been removing therefore the programming schedule changes snow and salting the roads. Due to the warmer from an every two months time frame to a four temperatures, pot holes have been appearing; the season or quarterly time frame. This is similar to streets department is filling them as necessary. what the schedule was eight years ago and works r 4 THIS IS IT JANUARY 26-JANUARY 30,1998 As you may know, the Community Center has been having some water problems. (Frozen water pipes and a leaky roof.) The week of January 26, Tim Pittman patched 14 places on the roof where the water was infiltrating. Wally is continuing to recuperate and is in good spirits. Tracy Juell POLICE Larry Siluk is attending a Juvenile Officer's Conference in Alexandria this week. Tom Kinney flew to California for a few days to bond with a couple of buddies. An attorney from the Ramsey County Attorneys Office attended the departmental meeting last week and talked about searches and seizures. On Thursday, the Chief is meeting with other Ramsey County Chiefs to talk about Dispatching procedures. Lt. Brick completed the re-writing of the Emercency Plan. The Plan was submitted to the State and County. Tim Brennan is busy with Pinewood DARE classes and also trying to get Crime Watch going at Mounds View Trailer Park. Chief Ramacher